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YWCA Hamilton joins the call to end Ontario’s she-cession
It’s only been a few weeks since the 44th federal election – but in only a few short months, Ontarians [...]
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First Responders roll up their sleeves to help address Hamilton’s affordable housing shortage
Hamilton’s first responders are always willing to help the community – and now, they’re focusing their efforts on responding to [...]
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Construction in the final stages at YWCA Hamilton’s new Putman Family YWCA on Ottawa Street
We’re almost there! Construction on our new Putman Family YWCA on Ottawa Street is in the final stretch, and we [...]
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YWCA Hamilton prepares to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a nationwide opportunity for reflection and reckoning. At YWCA Hamilton, [...]
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YWCA Hamilton marks International Overdose Awareness Day
August 31 marks International Overdose Awareness Day – a global event held each year that aims to raise awareness of […]
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“It’s a piece of empowerment” – how YWCA Hamilton’s Callback program helps provide cell phones to those in need
Imagine fleeing an abuser and needing to call someone for help. Or a newcomer overcoming a language barrier who happens […]
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Impact Report: How Our Pandemic Response Impacted the Community
It can sometimes be difficult to wrap your head around YWCA Hamilton’s true impact on the community. Through our day-to-day […]
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Walk A Mile in Her Shoes 2021 raises over $150,000 to support survivors of violence
Wow!! We did it! Thanks to you – the generous supporters, partners, and staff of YWCA Hamilton – we are [...]
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Women Out of Work: report by the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce in partnership with YWCA Hamilton shines a light on the economic effects of Covid-19 on women
Studies have shown that women and gender-diverse people in Canada have been hit harder by the economic impacts of Covid-19 [...]
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YWCA Hamilton’s Take: The Tokyo Olympics brought the gender divide in sports to the forefront
The Tokyo Olympics are over – but the conversations about women in sports are only beginning. The Tokyo Games became […]
